Case 1 - Introduction to the Concept
The goals of the first week (these are Grade 4 system-wide goals)
are:
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Understand the essential things needed for plant growth.
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Work independently to nurture the growth of a living organism.
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Work cooperatively to begin the investigation of what plant
care (care for living things) involves.
The objectives of the first week are for students to:
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demonstrate knowledge/recognition of the words related to
seeds and plants.
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read to find answers to questions.
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describe and record observations.
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listen for answers and new information.
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describe how plants grow and what they need to grow.
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make hypothesis about lettuce and its growth (time, size,
color, etc.)
There are four main concepts to this lesson:
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Plants are made up of different parts. Each part has a specific
function. These parts can also help us to identify plants.
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Certain plant parts are edible. They are important food sources
for both humans and animals.
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There are seven basic requirements that plants need in order
to grow properly: temperature, light, water, air, nutrients,
time, and room to grow.
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Plants can be grown both indoors and outdoors for food, shelter,
clothing, medicine, energy, and pleasure.
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